Texifen 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Texifen Information

Texifen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream, Powder, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. The alternative uses of Texifen have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Texifen is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Texifen are Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Texifen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Texifen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Texifen's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Texifen related warnings talks about Texifen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Texifen are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Texifen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Texifen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Texifen Benefits & Uses
Texifen Dosage & How to Take
Texifen Side Effects
Texifen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Texifen with Other Drugs
Texifen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Texifen
Texifen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Texifen Benefits & Uses

Texifen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Nail Fungus

Other Benefits

Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch
Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard
Blisters

Texifen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Texifen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Texifen is used -

Severe

Visual impairment

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Pharyngitis
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Nasal congestion
Skin irritation
Diarrhoea
Cough
Dyspepsia

Common

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Headache
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Texifen Related Warnings

Is the use of Texifen safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Texifen in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Texifen safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Texifen. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Texifen on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Texifen. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Texifen on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Texifen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Texifen on the Heart?

Texifen is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Texifen with Other Drugs

Texifen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Fluconazole

Rifampicin

Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Cimetidine

Texifen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Texifen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Texifen

Is this Texifen habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Texifen has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Texifen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Texifen only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Texifen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Texifen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Texifen

Taking Texifen with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Texifen

Information about the interaction of Texifen and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Texifen

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Texifen?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Texifen can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food and avoid caffeine intake while on medicine. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection. The topical form of medicine should be applied to the affected area twice daily or as adviced by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Texifen with amoxicillin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Texifen and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please take if prescribed by a doctor only do not self-medicate.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Texifen antibacterial?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Texifen is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat fungal infections only.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Texifen?

Dr. , General Physician

Take Texifen as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Texifen work?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Texifen works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus. Hence, in this way, it kills fungus and protect us from infection.